Why a highlighter pen will be your godsend for spring

Nothing says spring like capturing literal sunshine on your face. That’s what a good highlighter can do for you — reflect light so you look like the center of the universe, but in an understated, casual way. Now that the sun is actually out, it’s especially fun to try a highlighter to get your skin looking glowy, shimmery and natural, all at once.

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Highlighter pens are designed to glide right over your cheekbones — or any other area that needs a little extra light. Rachel Toledo, celebrity makeup artist at Ray Brown Pro, recommends a tiny bit on the cupid’s bow of the lips, under the eyebrows and in the corner of the eyes to make your eyes appear wider. Make sure to soften and blend the area with your finger or a beauty blender.

1. Flower Glisten Up Highlighter Chubby (Walmart, $9)

2. Wander Beauty Catch the Light Highlighter (Sephora, $25)

3. Anastasia Beverly Hills Highlighting Duo Pencil(Ulta, $23)

4. NYX Cosmetics Wonder Stick (Ulta, $12)

5. Benefit Cosmetics Watt’s Up! Cream-to-Powder Highlighter(Sephora, $30)